Stretches to Help Get Into a Full Lotus Stretch (Video)

Stretches to help get into a full lotus stretch include hip external rotation and other factors. Find out about stretches to help get into a full lotus stretch with help from an experienced yoga professional in this free video clip.

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Hi, I'm Denise Druce. Let's look at some stretches that will help you get into a Full Lotus Stretch. We'll do some hip openers, and some core exercises. Lotus Pose involves hip external rotation. So, a couple of things you can do to prepare for that. Come into Butterfly Pose with the soles of your feet together, and then just start to press down with your elbows. You want to hold that pose for several breaths. And, every couple of breaths, inch your heels a little closer to your body -- that will really help you start to stretch your inner thighs and work your rotators. Another great pose to prepare for Lotus is called Fire Log Pose, and you'll place one foot on top of the opposite knee, and then just gently press down on that top leg. So, it's kind of like a Seated Pigeon. And, over time, you'll want to work to just loosen up your hips with that pose. A third thing you can try is elevate your hips. So, you can sit on a block or a rolled-up blanket, and then you'll notice by having your hips elevated that it's easier for you to get yourself into Half Lotus, and eventually you'll be able to come all the way into Full Lotus Pose.

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